Economics

About Economics

Delve into the fundamental forces that shape our world with "Economics" by internationally recognized authority Partha Dasgupta. This compelling "Very Short Introduction" offers deep insights into some of life's most formidable problems and proposes solutions. Dasgupta masterfully illustrates complex economic principles by comparing the vastly different lives of two children: one in the Mid-West USA and another in Ethiopia. Through their experiences, he uncovers the intricate processes that influence their families, their futures, and the global landscape.

This accessible guide explains how economics reveals these underlying mechanisms, provides explanations for them, and informs effective policies. Readers will be introduced to crucial economic factors and concepts such as individual choices, national policies, efficiency, equity, development, sustainability, dynamic equilibrium, property rights, markets, and public goods. Partha Dasgupta expertly ties in related fields like politics, anthropology, ecology, geography, sociology, and development studies, offering a holistic understanding of our interconnected world.

Key Details

• Author: Partha Dasgupta
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Trade
• Format: Paperback, 192 pages
• Language: English
• Published: 2007
• ISBN: 9780192853455

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